Assyrtiko Wines

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Assyrtiko is a sophisticated white grape that ranks among the best in the Mediterranean region. It was originally from Santorini (Assyrtiko-Santorini), but it quickly expanded throughout Greece, becoming one of the most significant native varietals in terms of quality.

The majority of the dry white wines it produces are being matured in wood. But grapes that have been sun dried are used to make a variety of sweet wines.

Assyrtiko is designed for anyone seeking unusual, vivid whites that trend towards density and texture. The sensations it delivers are very different from the typical, "commercially appealing" dry white. Very tolerant of food, especially when it comes to grilled fish and seafood. This cultivar has great potential for ageing.

All Assyrtiko wines, whether barrel-aged or stainless steel-matured, have the ability to age with confidence for five to ten years, and occasionally even longer, producing flavours and aromas of ripe fruits, honey, and strong minerality.

Wines made from sweet Assyrtiko are timeless; time simply resists eroding them.

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White 13.5

Ktima Biblia Chora, Estate White, Pangeon, Sauvignon Blanc Assyrtiko 2023 75cl £21.72

Vibrant and aromatic notes of smoky pink grapefruit, vibrant lemon and nettle Textured, mineral and flinty on the palate with a long, saline finish

White 13.5

Ktima Biblia Chora 'Ovilos' White, Pangeon, Semillon Assyrtiko 2023 75cl £32.17

Intense notes of white peach and exotic fruits combined with herbs and white pepper through to a lovely, long and mineral finish, rich and concentrated

White 12.5

Theopetra Estate, Meteora, Malagouzia Assyrtiko 2023 75cl £16.51

Fresh, vibrant notes of lime and bergamot layer with lifted tropical fruits and a touch of fresh mint on this zesty Greek blend, with mineral freshness on the finish

Orange 13

Gaia Wines, 'Clay', Orange Wine, Santorini, Assyrtiko 2020 75cl £31.33

Deep amber in colour, this richly textured, warming and aromatic orange wine delivers intense notes of saffron and curry plant culminating in a super dry, saline finish

White 12.5

Gaia Wines, 'Monograph Assyrtiko', Peloponnese 2024 75cl £15.19

A flinty and concentrated Assyrtiko with intense lime zest, tropical fruits and green apple, precise, fresh and zesty with a mineral backbone and lovely, long finish

White 14.5

Sigalas Kavalieros Single Vineyard Assyrtiko 2022 75cl £56.71

Complex metallic nose, with intense aromas of citrus fruit (ripe lemon), accompanied by hints of herbs and citrus flowers Rich body, refreshing acidity and long aftertaste, wιth persistent minerality

White 13.5

Navitas Winery, 'Terre de Zeus', Pieria, Assyrtiko 2022 75cl £20.82

A fresh, intense and beautifully textured Assyrtiko, with aromas of lemon blossom, tea and brioche together with flinty and botanical notes Deliciously mineral and long

White 14.5

Sigalas Kavalieros Single Vineyard Assyrtiko 2021 75cl £56.71

Orange 13

Gaia Wines, 'Clay', Orange Wine, Santorini, Assyrtiko 2021 75cl £31.33

Deep amber in colour, this richly textured, warming and aromatic orange wine delivers intense notes of saffron and curry plant culminating in a super dry, saline finish

White 14

Akrathos, Halkidiki, Assyrtiko 2020 75cl £24.22

A crisp yet generously textured Assyrtiko, with notes of lime, citrus blossom and peach, highlighted by mineral overtones Beautifully balanced with a long, lemony finish

White 14

Gaia Wines, 'Ammonite', Santorini, Assyrtiko 2022 75cl £69.18

Rich, powerful and austere yet deliciously smooth, with a core of refreshing acidity, enveloped by zesty citrus and ever-present smoky flintiness

White 14

Sigalas Santorini Assyrtiko 2023 75cl £34.27

The Sigalas Santorini Assyrtiko has a fabulous scent of preserved lemons, rockpools and crushed oyster shells, opening up to pineapple, peach, honeysuckle and buttery toffee On the palate, there's lovely, supple, enveloping roundness, perfect harmony of freshness and substance, and fabulous fruit intensity Amazing to drink now, this fine white wine will also reward cellaring

White 14

Kir-Yianni Tarsanas Single Vineyard Assyrtiko 2021 75cl £25.32

The nose is dominated by aromas of apple, pear and citrus fruits, with a refreshing character On the palate, the cold climate adds structure and crispness, with a little touch of salty minerality, supporting the soft flavours coming from the oak barrels A complex, textured wine with a very long finish

White 12

Jim Barry Wines Clare Valley, Assyrtiko 2021 75cl £21.28

A fresh, lively Assyrtiko showing great flavour concentration of pear and grapefruit with a steely mineral streak running through its creamy core

White 14.5

Sigalas Santorini Barrel Assyrtiko 2021 75cl £45.36

The Santorini 'Barrel' Assyrtiko is magnificent The intensity is stepped up from the unoaked bottling from Sigalas, and it displays distinctive aromas of honeysuckle, peach, lemon zest, crushed oyster shell, samphire and sea breeze, followed by understated yet rich and toasty barrel aromas - these are subtle rather than dominant, and superbly well-integrated into the whole On the palate, it has fabulous, full, rich, texture, with marvellous balance and harmony of the elements of alcohol, acidity and fruit character, all working in concert Delicious immediately, this should also evolve deliciously with further bottle age over the next 2-3 years